2009 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 293 kg more than 2013 Infiniti M.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Accord | M |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |
